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The Recording King Swamp Dog Metal Body Resonator

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Recording King is proud to introduce the RM-997-VG Metal Body Resonator, Style-0. This resonator guitar delivers the raspy tone and visual appeal of a vintage instrument with the comfortable playability of a modern guitar. Featuring a hand-spun 9.5" cone and bell brass body, the RM-997-VG projects with a lo-fi voice that cuts through the mix. An aged green patina finish, complete with authentic-looking oxidation splotches, gives the impression this resonator has spent years on a porch in the bayou.

Hand-spun Cone and Brass Body Provide Classic Resonator Tone

At the heart of the RM-997-VG's tone is its hand-spun 9.5" cone, which provides volume and projection mass-produced cones can't match. The bell brass body, a traditional resonator material, yields a metallic tone with a roughness around the edges. Together, the cone and brass body give the RM-997-VG a sound that evokes images of porch jams and dustbowl ballads from a bygone era.

Vintage-Inspired Patina Finish

The RM-997-VG's aged green patina finish is oxidized to recreate the look of a resonator that has endured years of exposure to heat and humidity. Unique splotches and spots across the body lend an authenticity to the vintage esthetic. The patina finish means no two RM-997-VG resonators are exactly alike.

Modern Playability

While the RM-997-VG may look like an antique, it plays like a modern instrument. Its mahogany neck and rosewood fingerboard are shaped for comfort, with a C-profile and 12" radius. Nickel tuners with an 18:1 gear ratio provide smooth and reliable tuning. A bone nut and ebony saddle round out the high-quality hardware.

Premium Build and Components

From the oxidized finish to the hand-spun cone to the bell brass body, the RM-997-VG is built with care and premium components. Recording King has been crafting resonator guitars for decades and the RM-997-VG showcases their dedication to quality and vintage-inspired design.

Open Box Recording King RM-997-VG Swamp Dog Metal Body Resonator Style-0 Level 1 Distressed Vintage Green
Open Box Recording King RM-997-VG Swamp Dog Metal Body Resonator Style-0 Level 1 Distressed Vintage Green
Open Box Recording King RM-997-VG Swamp Dog Metal Body Resonator Style-0 Level 1 Distressed Vintage Green

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